Bird Watching Toronto

Algonquin Park Daytrip

# Algonquin Park Wildlife Adventure There's something special about Algonquin Park. Every visit is different, and that's what keeps us coming back year after year. We've had many amazing wildlife encounters over the years, and every trip has the potential to surprise us. If you've ever dreamed of the possibility to see Moose or Black Bear in the wild, this is the trip for you. Our main goal for the day will be finding Moose and Black Bears while exploring some of Algonquin Park's best wildlife areas. Summer is an excellent time to see Moose feeding along roadsides, ponds, and wetlands. We may encounter cows with calves, or impressive bull Moose already growing their massive velvet antlers. Black Bears are also regularly seen throughout the park at this time of year as they come out to feed on blueberries. For many people, seeing a wild bear for the first time is a life-changing experience. I've spent years working around Black Bears and can honestly say they are fascinating animals that deserve our respect, not our fear. Of course, wildlife is never predictable, and that's part of the adventure. Over the years our Algonquin trips have also produced Algonquin Wolves, River Otters, Beavers, Red Foxes, White-tailed Deer, American Martens, and countless birds. As summer progresses, southbound migrants begin appearing alongside the park's resident species, making for excellent birding as well. One advantage of joining this trip is experience. I have spent a great deal of time in Algonquin Park over the years and stay in contact with people throughout the park who let me know where wildlife has recently been active. Seeing wildlife is all about being in the right place at the right time, and that's exactly what this tour is designed to do. We'll leave Toronto at **7:00 a.m.**, arriving in Algonquin Park around **10:00 a.m.**, giving us late morning and quite a bit of the afternoon to explore while actively looking for wildlife. We'll stop for lunch at the famous Algonquin Visitor Centre, where you can enjoy one of the park's most spectacular panoramic views. Please bring your own lunch and snacks as there is only snacks available at the Visitor's Centre. This is a medium-paced outing with several short walks as we search different habitats throughout the day. We'll take our time whenever we encounter wildlife, giving everyone plenty of opportunities to observe and photograph the animals. While no wildlife sightings can ever be guaranteed, all of the photographs shown on this page were taken on previous trips, and Algonquin Park remains one of Canada's premier destinations for seeing Moose in the wild. ### Important Information • Medium activity level with short walks. • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended. • Light-coloured clothing is recommended. • Insect Repellant is suggested. ### Meeting Information **Departure:** 7:00 a.m. from Finch Subway Station Passenger Pick Up. Return to Toronto is approximately **7:30 p.m.** ### Included • Transportation • Admission to Algonquin Provincial Park • A full day of guided bird and wildlife viewing ### Cost **$139 per person** Only **3 seats** are available in my vehicle, ensuring a small group experience with plenty of room for everyone and their camera gear. Wildlife can never be guaranteed, but few places in Canada offer better opportunities to see Moose than Algonquin Park. If this is your first visit to Algonquin, I know it won't be your last.

Filming Monarch Butterflies

We are going to film monarch butterflies! Every year, monarch butterflies gather here to prepare for their extraordinary southbound migration to Mexico. Late August is the peak time to see that transition, offering rare opportunities to film colorful close-ups, aerial courtships, and, with some luck, the first signs of their epic mass migration. Other possible sightings include swallows and great blue herons.

Tech & Startup Social Mixer ($15 Early Bird Tix!)

**On August 19, TechinTO is taking over IDK Social Bar** for our summer finale — and honestly, our biggest comeback yet. It's been a minute. Longer than usual, actually. We've been quiet all summer, heads-down figuring out how to make this the strongest room we've put together yet. Now we're back, the format is looser than ever, and the timing is perfect: one last blowout before everyone disappears into fall-grind mode. **Welcome Back, Toronto:** After the longest break we've taken yet, we're back in the room we love most. No stage, no slides, no pitch deck — just the return of TechinTO's original, unstiff energy. Grab a drink, mix and mingle, and actually connect. **The Summer Finale:** Consider this the closing party of the season. One last mixer before summer wraps for good — bring whatever energy you've got left and spend all of it here. **Come Ready to Show, Not Just Tell:** This one's for the builders. Whatever you've shipped, learned, pivoted on, or figured out over the break — this is the room to talk about it. Swap insight, show off what you're actually working on, and walk away having learned something from the person next to you. **The Crowd:** Entrepreneurs, devs, designers, and marketers who are actually moving the needle in this city. Bring your team — groups of three or more lock in a 25% discount at checkout. **📅 The Details** * When: Wednesday, August 19, 2026 * Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM * Where: IDK Social Bar (172 Ossington Ave) **🎟️ Secure Your Spot** Capacity is limited and the summer finale moves fast. Prices rise as we get closer to the date: * **GET EARLY BIRD TICKETS FOR $15 (then $20)** [https://shop.techinto.ca/products/august-19-networking-event](https://shop.techinto.ca/products/march-25-networking-event) **Follow the fun:** 📸 Instagram: [@techinto.event](https://www.instagram.com/techinto.event/) 🌐 Website: [www.techinto.ca](https://techinto.ca) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🍸 **Venue Highlights: IDK Social Bar** IDK Social Bar is a vibrant, two-level venue in Toronto that blends a cozy café vibe by day with a lively bar atmosphere at night. Known for its stylish interior, creative cocktails, and upbeat energy, it's a go-to spot for social events and creative gatherings.

Kayak on the Humber River & Social!

Meetup Location: 9 Old Mill Rd, M8X 0A5, Down the "Discovery Walks Rd." in Kings Mill Park. Arrive at 10:00am and prepare to be ready to hit the water for 10:30!am. You don't need a kayak or canoe. There are two hour rentals at the Humber River Paddling Centre, Call early to book a spot -**416 - 536-2067 or book mon -line here - https://torontoadventures.ca/** The ultimate escape down the calm meandering waters of the scenic Humber River. Whether you are paddling solo on a SUP , loading up a canoe, or kayaking keep your eyes peeled for beavers, blue herons and deer! Leave the city behind without ever leaving Toronto!

Watercolour Painting Meetup

Join us for a relaxed and creative watercolour meetup at a local cafe. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced painter, all skill levels are welcome. Each session will begin with brief introductions, followed by a short overview of watercolour techniques and optional theme ideas to spark inspiration. From there, you’re free to settle in and paint—either alongside the group or in your own corner of the cafe, depending on seating. We’ll wrap up the meetup by coming back together for a casual show-and-tell, where anyone who’d like can share their work. The meetup is free or pay-what-you-like if you bring your own supplies. If you need materials, $5 cash will cover basic watercolour supplies. Please also purchase something from the cafe. To keep things chill, each meetup is limited to 6 attendees. If your plans change, please update your RSVP so others can join. Come unwind, experiment, and connect with others through art.

Great Beaver Hunt!! - DATE CHANGE

***PLEASE NOTE: due to weather, the date has changed for this event to TUESDAY, August 11.*** **This is another SPECIAL SUMMER EVENT for ESL Cafe:** * Join the hunt for beaver statues!!! * There is one statue for **each country in the FIFA World Cup**. * Find the statues. Scan with your phone. Get points. We are starting from **BERCZY PARK** (between Front St. and Wellington St., east of Yonge St., west of Church St.), near the fountain, at the Canada beaver statue. The nearest subway station is King Station. Meet and join other ESL learners for the hunt. Before coming, on your phone, download the Scavify app: [https://www.scavify.com/](https://www.scavify.com/). * Create an account with username and password. * Search for "the Great Beaver Hunt." * Join the hunt. Go to Tasks. Practice with some Q&A questions or Multi questions. * **Don't forget to charge your phone!** **At sunset at 8:30pm, post your score on the discussion board.** * Beginners should try to get 15 * Intermediate should try to get 30 * And Advanced should try to get all 53!!! **NOTE: This event is *OUTDOORS!* If there is rain, please check the Meetup message board for updates.**

Underwater Rugby Practice and Game

**Welcome to our group! We hope to see you out at the pool soon.** **We have spare gear for you to try the game, so there is no need to buy anything before you try U/W Rugby. Please let us know your shoe size in advance to see can ensure we have fins to fit you. Just bring your swim suit and towel. And your first 2 practices are free!** **We also play Fridays 8:30-10pm at Riverdale Collegiate Institute pool throughout the school year.** \*Please note: This game requires swimming. While we do have lifeguards, you must be a competent swimmer and comfortable in the water in order to participate. **Looking forward to meeting you and seeing you at the pool,** **Gord**

Lion’s Head Lookout Hiking Trip

Hiking at Rouge National Urban Park

Lets hike at Rouge National Urban Park. This is a popular hiking spot close to the city. Pls aim to arrive 12pm. We will wait 15 mins for people to show up and then start walking at 12:15pm. Washrooms may or may not be available. Pls stop at a McD or Tim Hortons before the hike if needed. Meeting Spot - SEE BELOW COMMENTS No TTC access. You must drive or carpool to reach the Meeting Spot. Distance: 6 to 9km (we will adjust the distance based on weather and how much energy we have that day). Difficulty: Mostly Easy but some uphill and downhill. Carpool: Post in comments if offering/requesting carpool. 💬 **Stay Connected:** ***Join Whatsapp Group - [CLICK HERE](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSflzD3fDrU5sLARAT5yDF3OhEu3Vj-2P7ci8mP5FYX46rt1NQ/viewform)*** ***Follow on Instagram - [CLICK HERE](https://www.instagram.com/tam.club/)***

Sunday Nature Leisure Walk in Port Credit (Walk, Talk and Flock)

Hello everyone, **\*\*Kindly Read Carefully\*\*** Please join me and my other groups for a great **Sunday in** **Port Credit.** If you have never been; it's a great place to enjoy the sun, the water, the trees, the flowers, grab a coffee, ice cream, go for a leisure walk by the lake and then enjoy a tasty meal. Port Credit is also known for it's live music and dancing too (Event is both indoor and outdoor) I'm going to show us all around Port Credit, play a couple new ice breaker games and then head to a fun restaurant in the main strip of town with a great dinner menu following the walk. \*The walking portion will be roughly 2 hours with some stops along the way; then we will head for dinner and more mingling. This will be a fun day and evening gang! We will meet at **Star Bucks (111 Lake Shore Rd. West) in Port Credit** where you are welcome to grab a beverage or pastry if you like. This will give us an opportunity to introduce ourselves as everyone arrives; then make our way on our small evening adventure through **Port Credit.** More details below: Sincerely, Steve Flemming (Organizer/Host) **Event Details:** Sunday Nature Leisure Walk in Port Credit (Walk, Talk and Flock) -A great day as we explore some of the best area's of Port Credit near the water, board walk and entertainment strip (lots of live music too) -We can stop and rest at different spots, take some lovely scenic photos, group photos and share some laughs together -Play a couple ice breaker games near the beginning as well to help us get to know one another \*A great way to naturally make connections, get some fresh air and enjoy our long weekend together) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Event Fee:** 10 dollars (cash only) when you arrive (HST is included) or e transfer in advance to Steveflemming11@gmail.com \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Time and Location: Where to meet us?** We will meet at **Star Bucks (111 Lake Shore Rd. West) in Port Credit** where you are welcome to grab a beverage or pastry if you like. \*Arrive early if you like (however we will meet out front at 4::00 p.m. (we will wait for everyone to arrive until roughly 4:30) Go Train will take you there by Union Station too :) Plenty of parking in that area too- especially near Front Street and the Library :) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ***Thanks for reading everyone, remember to RSVP and see you real soon!*** :) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-

Hike & Swim the Grotto at Bruce Peninsula National Park

**Please note the only way to register for this adventure is on [our website.](https://www.wildernessunion.com/adventures/hike-swim-grotto)** We're doing a day trip to one of the most spectacular locations in Ontario: the Bruce Peninsula National Park. This area is full of unique, dramatic landscapes with stark cliffs and views over the enormous Georgian Bay. We'll be tackling a moderately difficult 8.5km hike through some of the most incredible summer scenery in Ontario. We're starting the day off by visiting the Grotto, perhaps the most famous natural spot in the province. We'll hike through the forest then along the beach, ending up at the incredible rock formations and crystal clear waters of the Grotto. Here we'll stop for lunch, taking in the incredible views and turquoise water before hiking on to the backcountry Stormhaven Campsite. On the way we'll cross pebble beaches, forest trails and unreal views of Lake Huron before coming back the way we came. **Please note that self drivers will need to purchase a permit for parking.** **Highlights** **Visit the Grotto:** Explore Ontario’s most famous natural landmark, where striking limestone cliffs meet crystal-clear turquoise waters. **Hike Pebble Beaches:** Walk across rugged shoreline beaches and forested trails that lead to the remote Stormhaven backcountry campsite. **Views of Georgian Bay:** Take in sweeping panoramas of cliffs and open water, with autumn colours adding even more drama to the landscape. **Event cost: $70+HST (for explorer members) - $70 optional transport available.** **Register [here.](https://www.wildernessunion.com/adventures/hike-swim-grotto)** **About Wilderness Union** Wilderness Union is deliberate about building an outdoors community that connects you to the life-changing magic of the outdoors and helps you find your people. Members range from 20-40 years old. The group is a mix of GTA locals and newcomers to Toronto from within Canada and abroad. Attendance numbers on Meetup don't reflect our actual event attendance - we typically have 15-20 community members at each event. Large enough that there's someone new to meet but small enough that it's not overwhelming! ***Learn more at our website [www.wildernessunion.com](https://www.wildernessunion.com/)***

Sunset at Sunnyside Boardwalk 🌅

Sunset at Sunnyside Boardwalk 🌅 Our last sunset event at Riverdale Park was such a wonderful experience that I've decided to make sunset gatherings a recurring event throughout the summer! Our next destination is Sunnyside Boardwalk in Sunnyside Park. This spot offers a beautiful sunset over the lake, peaceful waterfront views, and the perfect place to slow down after a busy day. If you're looking for an evening where you can simply sit, enjoy the sunset, and be surrounded by people who are also seeking a quiet moment of peace and genuine human connection, we'd love to have you join us. Meeting Location: Colborne Lodge I will be waiting at the meeting area starting at 7:15 PM to welcome everyone. At 7:30 PM, we'll leave together and walk down to our sunset spot by the water, where we'll settle in to enjoy the evening. Feel free to bring: • A blanket or something comfortable to sit on • A jacket because it might get cold by the lake • Water or your favorite drink • Snacks (optional) • Anything you'd like to read, draw, or simply enjoy while watching the sunset Looking forward to sharing another beautiful summer evening with you all!